Activities of Eduard KUKAN related to 2017/2035(INI)
Shadow reports (1)
REPORT containing a motion for a non-legislative resolution on the draft Council decision on the conclusion, on behalf of the Union, of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the European Union and its Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of Kazakhstan, of the other part PDF (425 KB) DOC (71 KB)
Amendments (16)
Amendment 4 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas the EPCA should constitute an important step in the deepening ofand strengthening of the political and economic ties between the two parties for the benefit of the people of both Kazakhstan and the EU;
Amendment 12 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses the high importance of enhancing political and economic relations of the EU with Kazakhstan, which should be based on shared commitments to international values such as human rights, the rule of law, good governance and guided by mutual interest;
Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Welcomes the ambition expressed in the EPCA to enhance cooperation in diverse areas of concern and common interest; encourages both sides to actively fulfil their commitments;
Amendment 34 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Acknowledges that the EPCA introduced the possibility of negotiating a visa facilitation agreement between the EU and Kazakhstan in parallel with possible negotiation of an agreement regulating the specific obligations on readmissions;
Amendment 48 #
10. Welcomes Kazakhstan’s constructive cooperation in international relations and its multi-vector foreign policy; encourages Kazakhstan to continue to engage and play a constructive role on the international stage; in this regard welcomes a “Manifesto: The World. The 21 Century” released by President Nazarbayev, which calls for the gradual eradication of armed conflict through nuclear non- proliferation and disarmament, and to initiate the Universal Declaration for a Nuclear- Weapons - Free World;
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Welcomes Kazakhstan’s third modernisation strategy announced in January 2017, with the goal of becoming among the 30 most developed countries in the world;
Amendment 61 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 – point 1
Paragraph 13 – point 1
– to ensure that Kazakhstanboth sides abides by the essential elements of the EPCA, because failure to observe them would lead to either a dispute settlement (Article 278 or even suspension in the event of serious violations (Article 279);
Amendment 64 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Encourages Kazakhstan to take pro- active and concrete steps on political and democratic reforms, including a clearer separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches, and introducing further checks and balances within the constitutional system, in line with the country’s international commitments under various UN, OSCE and Council of Europe instruments; recognises the ‘100-step programme’ as an attempt to address urgent reforms in the country;
Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Takes note ofWelcomes the current administrative reforms and recommends further reforms guaranteeing a genuinely independent and impartial judiciary and more efficient efforts in fighting corruption at all levels;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Notes the multi-ethnic character of Kazakhstan and stresses the need for a protection of minorities and their rights, in particular with regard to the use of religion, languages, non-discrimination and equal opportunities; welcomes the peaceful co-existence of different communities in Kazakhstan;
Amendment 105 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31
Paragraph 31
31. RecommendsCalls for closer cooperation on countering violent extremism and terrorism, including addressing the root causes of radicalisation; notes that Article 13 of the EPCA focuses on counter - terrorism measures and plays a crucial role especially in the current international environment;
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
32. Notes with concern that adoption of recent anti-terrorism laws, including a bill proposing withdrawal of citizenship for terrorist suspects could lead to the suppression of peaceful and legitimate political opposition; urges the Kazakh authorities to avoid abusing this legislation with the aimpossible effect ofn restricting freedom of speech, the independence of the judiciary or banning opposition activity;
Amendment 118 #
33. Voices understanding for the country’s multi-vector foreign policy, including building good neighbourly relations with Russia and China and other partners;
Amendment 129 #
35a. Recognises that Kazakhstan is a leading power in the Central Asian region; urges Kazakhstan to use this position for positive engagement with its regional neighbours and take steps to move forward in regional cooperation;
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36
Paragraph 36
36. Welcomes the enhanced chapter on raw materials and energy cooperation, which holds great potential for contributing to EU energy security; recalls that Kazakhstan plays an important role as an energy supplier to the EU;
Amendment 136 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 38
Paragraph 38
38. Recalls that the EU is the country’s first trade and investment partner; highlights that trade and human rights can positively reinforce each other when operating in a rule of law environment; recalls that the business community has an important role to play in offering positive incentives in terms of promoting human rights, democracy, and corporate responsibility; points out that global value chains contribute to enhancing international core labour, environmental, social and human rights standards, including establishment and enforcement of occupational health and safety measures, educational opportunities, impartial institutions, and corruption reduction;